User Experience Designer

TITLE: UX/UI Designer 3TYPE: Contract, W2 or C2CLENGTH: 12mos contract to start, likely extensions. Potential to convert to Direct-Hire.LOCATION: Westminster, CO or Peoria, IL - Hybrid ( 3 days per week onsite)RATE: $45ph W2 + Benefits (Swoon covers 50% of cost) OR C2C/Self-Corp $50phOur client is looking for a talented and experienced UX/UI Designer to join their dynamic team in supporting the development of the VisionLink internal application. This role is perfect for someone with a balanced mix of UX and UI design expertise, particularly focused on designing for internal teams rather than eCommerce platforms. As a key player in this team, you will have the opportunity to transform stakeholder requirements into innovative, functional designs while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to ensure top-notch execution throughout the design process.About the Company:Join a forward-thinking design group within the digital arm of a Fortune 100 company — the world's largest manufacturer of construction equipment. Here, you will work on innovative projects with a supportive team that operates with a startup mentality, offering a unique chance to contribute to groundbreaking products with a global impact. This role provides exposure to new and exciting challenges, significant skill development opportunities, and a collaborative environment that fosters growth and innovation.Key Responsibilities:• Design and Development: Use design tools and processes, including wireframes, prototypes, personas, and journey maps, to transform digital solutions from concept to completion in collaboration with stakeholders and team members (70% of the role).• Stakeholder Engagement: Regularly meet with stakeholders and subject matter experts to gather and understand requirements, translating them into impactful design solutions. Collaborate with the research team as needed.• Quality Assurance: Ensure the quality of all design deliverables, taking ownership of the design’s execution from concept through to completion.• Project Management: Participate in design sprints and workshops, manage design work in progress, and maintain communication with the engineering team to ensure designs are implemented accurately before release.• Voice of Customer Advocacy: Represent the voice of the customer while balancing business needs and technical constraints (15% of the role).• Feature Design and Definition: Help define features and collaborate on user research to drive successful project delivery and align with business goals (15% of the role)Required Skills and Experience:• Experience: 5+ years in UX/UI design, with proven experience taking business requirements through the design process to develop innovative solutions.• Tools: Proficient in Figma.• Design Skills: Expertise in creating wireframes, prototypes, personas, journey maps, and other design artifacts. Ability to balance customer needs with business objectives.• Communication: Strong communication skills, with the ability to present design ideas and collaborate effectively with various teams and stakeholders.Preferred Experience:• Domain Knowledge: Familiarity with equipment monitoring or telematics (e.g., data collected from vehicles, GPS) is a plus.• Specialized Skills: Knowledge of 3D interaction design and experience with Adobe Creative Suite.Portfolio Requirements:• A robust portfolio demonstrating a range of UX/UI design projects, including sketches, wireframes, prototypes, and final outcomes.• Clear examples showing your role and contributions to each project, with visual clarity and a compelling narrative.Why Join Us?Become a part of a cutting-edge design group where you’ll work on innovative projects that push the boundaries of what’s possible. This is an opportunity to collaborate with a passionate team in a startup-like environment within a global leader, contributing to the creation of impactful digital solutions.Application Process:• Interview Process: Two rounds via Microsoft Teams, including a panel interview.• Work Model: Hybrid (2-3 days per week in Westminster, Colorado, or Peoria, Illinois offices). Candidates seeking 100% remote work will not be considered.